Steve Whitehaus
Elizabethtown
Summary
Dynamic Fabrication Shop Manager with extensive experience at Ainsworth, excelling in machinery maintenance and employee management. Proven track record in optimizing production processes and maintaining budget targets, resulting in enhanced efficiency. Skilled in blueprint reading and problem-solving, fostering a collaborative environment that drives team success and quality assurance.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fabrication Shop Manager
Ainsworth
Mechanicsburg
03.2024 - Current
- Performed regular inspections of machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Reviewed blueprints or drawings for accuracy prior to beginning fabrication projects.
- Monitored employee productivity to ensure efficiency throughout the fabrication process.
- Tracked labor costs associated with each project to maintain budget targets.
- Managed payroll processing for employees working in the fabrication shop.
- Scheduled routine maintenance checks on machinery used in the fabrication shop.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Resolved conflicts between workers related to job assignments or other issues in the workplace.
- Organized workflow for efficient production of fabricated parts and components.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Developed and implemented fabrication shop policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts, and complete precise finished products.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, and supplies necessary for fabrication operations.
- Prepared documentation for purchasing orders for supplies needed for projects.
- Assisted in the installation and setup of new machinery or equipment upgrades.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and industry regulations.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Fabrication Shop Manager
W.G. Tomko
Arbutus
07.2018 - 02.2024
- Performed regular inspections of machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Reviewed blueprints or drawings for accuracy prior to beginning fabrication projects.
- Monitored employee productivity to ensure efficiency throughout the fabrication process.
- Coordinated with suppliers to secure necessary materials in a timely manner.
- Tracked labor costs associated with each project to maintain budget targets.
- Managed payroll processing for employees working in the fabrication shop.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved conflicts between workers related to job assignments or other issues in the workplace.
- Organized workflow for efficient production of fabricated parts and components.
- Followed work orders to select proper materials, make accurate cuts, and complete precise finished products.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, tools, and supplies necessary for fabrication operations.
- Prepared documentation for purchasing orders for supplies needed for projects.
- Assisted in the installation and setup of new machinery or equipment upgrades.
- Drafted detailed reports on shop activities such as daily production output, maintenance records.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Plumbing Foreman
W.G. Tomko
Harrisburg
11.2016 - 07.2018
- Reviewed blueprints, building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Supervised personnel in order to meet goals related to quality, efficiency, productivity, cost control.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Monitored progress of all plumbing projects to ensure completion within budget and timeline.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Inspected work sites for safety hazards and took corrective actions when needed.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Managed payroll information for plumbing staff members including tracking hours worked.
- Adhered to established policies and procedures while performing assigned duties.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Quality Control Inspector
W.G. Tomko
Finleyville
01.2015 - 11.2016
- Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Generated reports summarizing inspection results, defect trends, and other statistical data.
- Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Journeyman Plumber
W.G. Tomko
Harrisburg
07.2007 - 01.2015
- Troubleshooted plumbing issues using specialized tools including pipe wrenches, saws, drills, test gauges.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Adhered to safety procedures to reduce risk of injury.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Organized jobs from start to finish by delegating daily job duties and assessing completed tasks.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Tested piping systems with water and air pressure to maintain balance and accuracy.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Tested plumbing systems for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
Pipefitter Apprentice
W.G. Tomko
Harrisburg
06.2002 - 06.2007
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Assisted journeymen Pipefitters with complex fabrication projects requiring specialized skillsets.
- Assembled and secured pipes, tubes and fittings according to specifications and welded, soldered and threaded joints.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine layout of piping systems.
- Tested piping systems for leaks using pressure gauges and other testing equipment.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Operated machinery such as grinders, drill presses and plasma cutters safely during fabrication jobs.
- Installed piping systems for plumbing for both domestic and HVAC lines.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Tested plumbing systems for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, hammers and screwdrivers correctly when assembling pipes or fittings.
- Performed welding operations on various types of pipe materials including steel, copper and plastic.
- Fabricated pipe supports, hangers and brackets according to specifications.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Cut pipes to specific measurements using a variety of tools such as saws, threaders, reamers and benders.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
Machinist
Whitehaus Precision Machine
Hummelstown
03.1992 - 06.2002
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
Machinist
Plouse Machine
Hummelstown
10.1989 - 03.1992
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
Education
Plumbing And Pipefitting
Local Union 520 Apprenticeship
Harrisburg, PA07-2007
High School Diploma -
Lower Dauphin High School
Hummelstown, PA06-1989
Skills
- Machinery maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Employee management
- Production planning
- Inventory control
- Cost tracking
- Decision-making
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Metal fabrication
Certification
- Holds a Plumbing License in Harrisburg ,PA since 2007
Timeline
Fabrication Shop Manager
Ainsworth
03.2024 - Current
Fabrication Shop Manager
W.G. Tomko
07.2018 - 02.2024
Plumbing Foreman
W.G. Tomko
11.2016 - 07.2018
Quality Control Inspector
W.G. Tomko
01.2015 - 11.2016
Journeyman Plumber
W.G. Tomko
07.2007 - 01.2015
Pipefitter Apprentice
W.G. Tomko
06.2002 - 06.2007
Machinist
Whitehaus Precision Machine
03.1992 - 06.2002
Machinist
Plouse Machine
10.1989 - 03.1992
Plumbing And Pipefitting
Local Union 520 Apprenticeship
High School Diploma -
Lower Dauphin High School
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